E-Waste Ban Begins July 1

6/5/2015

Beginning July 1, electronics waste, will be banned from from waste containers. Electronic waste is highly recyclable and there are multiple options for residents and businesses in Nashville to recycle these items.

Background

In 2010, Metro Council passed the updated solid waste code which included many recommendations of the Mayor’s Green Ribbon Committee on Environmental Sustainability with the goal to reduce waste going to landfills.

What is electronic waste?

Computers and computer peripherals

Televisions (all types)

Cell Phones, tablets, MP3 players, E-Readers, etc.

I’m a resident, where can I take my e-waste?

Davidson County residents can take e-waste to the following locations: